Lab activity where students calculate the physical constraints of scaling a gorilla into King Kong proportions. Includes isometric vs allometric scaling calculations and cross-sectional area analysis.
A student activity sheet focused on viral structure, reproduction, and comparison with prokaryotic cells to address gaps identified in the unit assessment.
A comprehensive answer key for the Unit Mastery Assessment, including correct answers, TEKS alignment, and brief explanations for student remediation.
A student mastery choice board for the Life Systems unit, allowing students to choose between visual, writing, and hands-on tasks to demonstrate their understanding of plant and animal interactions.
A teacher resource providing specific scaffolding, extension, and EL support strategies for the Animal Systems lesson, including a medical-themed mastery choice board.
A teacher resource providing specific scaffolding, extension, and EL support strategies for the Plant Power lesson, including a sample mastery choice board.
A visual presentation for Investigation 12 (Animal Systems) covering the marathon runner phenomenon, homeostasis (feedback loops), nutrient absorption, and body defense layers.
A student laboratory and activity packet for Investigation 11 (Plant Systems) covering transpiration (celery lab), tissue mapping, flower reproduction, and environmental tropisms.